Proper use of anastrozole
Take anastrozole only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may increase the chance for side effects.
Anastrozole comes with a patient information leaflet. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.
You may take anastrozole with or without food.
Anastrozole sometimes causes nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. However, it is very important that you continue to use the medicine, even if you begin to feel ill. Ask your doctor for ways to prevent these effects or make them less severe.
Dosing
The dose of anastrozole will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor’s orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of anastrozole. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
- For oral dosage form (tablets):
- For breast cancer:
- Adults—1 milligram (mg) once a day.
- Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For breast cancer:
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of anastrozole, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
